When I was working an office job in Portland, OR, I thought that remote jobs were either “work-from-home” scams, or else a secret society of the tech elite that only a chosen few were permitted to enter. The truth is neither. Remote jobs are just … jobs, like any other. There’s nothing shady or mystical about them; you just have to know where to look. In some cases, remote work can even be a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Whether you’re in search of a remote job, a hybrid job, or freelance work, here are 12 remote work job boards that aren’t scams.
That said, scammers can still post shady ads on legit job boards, so don’t assume everything on them is fully vetted by the board owners. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
Do your research. Before applying for a job, look up the company’s website and social media profiles to make sure they’re legit.
Don’t share too much info up front. If a job application asks for sensitive details like your passport number or bank account details, there may be something sketchy going on.
Don’t pay for access. Some job boards charge a fee for access to job recommendations or other personalized services. Sometimes this can save you time and effort, but it isn’t usually worth the money.
With that in mind, let’s take a look at 11 legitimate job boards with remote work opportunities, including some specifically for LGBTQ+ jobseekers:
